Month: September 2016

Logitech G has made a name for itself with its high-end peripherals. Catering to the whims of the hard-core gamer, these devices offer every conceivable bell and whistle imaginable. The G502 Proteus Spectrum reportedly offers twice the response time of a Razer’s Deathadder mouse. The G633 Artemis Spectrum boasts Dolby 7.1 Surround Sound and DTS along with programmable presets.

But as much as hard-core gamers crave these features, there’s a multitude of players who want basic high-end functionality but in a simple-to-use package. That’s where Logitech Prodigy, the company’s new set of peripherals comes in. These devices are geared toward the average gamer who wants entry level gear but with high-quality. It’s a product line that’s supposed to hit that sweet spot between form and function.Continue Reading →

It was bound to happen sooner or later. When a new gaming category gains popularity, others try to enter the market and compete. It’s happened with everything from Street Fighter II to Guitar Hero. With Anki Overdrive, that challenge comes in the form of the Galaxy Zega. The game, which launches Sept. 1, lets players control toy tanks via their smartphones.

The base concept is similar to Anki Overdrive but the execution is different. Whereas Anki lets players battle via Mario Kart-like races, Galaxy Zega lets players battle each other in arenas almost like a top-down shooter. Players can create their own arenas using pieces in the starter kit or they can jerry-rig their own together out of soda cans and other household items. With the official battlefield, players attach pieces together magnetically, so it’s easy to assemble.Continue Reading →